New year, new you? Or are you still on that same old shtick?
Welcome to January 2022. Find out what’s in store for your zodiac sign below.
ARIES (MARCH 21 – APRIL 19)
Get ready for the year to ignite your professional goals right off the bat, Aries. A lot of planetary energy will be focusing upon your career and ambitions through January, especially with a new moon in this sector of success bringing new opportunities as early as the week after Jan. 2. However, try to lock things down as quickly as you can because Mercury will start acting like a drama queen in your friendship zone once he turns retrograde on the 14th. You could find that an acquaintance backs out from a promise they’d previously made or that you’re just not on the same page with a pal in the weeks to come.
A full moon in your domestic arena arrives on Jan. 17, bringing you an important moment around family or home. Some Aries could decide it’s time to start considering a move in the year to come or even have an important transition in regards to their kindred take place. You could also be feeling a bit nostalgic this month with Venus retrograde also taking place. Dating won’t be quite as important in January — unless you’re willing to step out of your comfort zone, engage with someone who is a bit exotic, or if you’re returning to a connection you previously had.
TAURUS (APRIL 20 – MAY 20)
From the onset of 2022, you’re going to notice that the year already has quite a different tone than you’re used to, Taurus. You are entering a magnificent year for your ambitions, aspirations and social life. You’re also quite likely to be eager to fly in new directions and have a bit more fun! The new moon on Jan. 2 could propel you to do just that, especially in regards to travel or planning vacations for the year ahead. Academics and media projects could consume your mind soon, too, and you may even be looking for the right financing or partners to align with you and help you move to the next level.
Try to lock things down as quickly as you can, though, because Mercury retrograde in your professional sphere begins on the 14th, delaying matters for weeks to come. A full moon in your sector of communications on the 17th could bring more short-distance travel to you or an opportunity to work on a new writing, speaking or advertising project. The month could also make you quite nostalgic, as your ruler, Venus, is spinning backward at this time. If you’d like to reconnect with anyone, go for it!
GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 20)
Intimacy and relationships will be a top priority for you at the onset of the year, Gemini. You could be deciding if it’s time to make long-term plans, combine assets or even go your separate ways! The new moon on the 2nd will activate this for you, but you may instead be thinking about your wealth, investments or loans. If you want to increase your finances, focus on this in the week that follows this lunation.
Move swiftly, though, as your ruler, Mercury, will once again go retrograde starting on the 14th, causing all sorts of delays and confusion for you in the weeks to come. A full moon in your prosperity sector arrives on the 17th, bringing a big money matter to your attention, too. A raise, new job offer, lucrative client or major expense could appear near this time.
CANCER (JUNE 21 – JULY 22)
Partnerships will be your main focus at the onset of the new year, Cancer. Many planets will highlight relationships, intimacy and how fulfilled you feel in connecting with others now. A new moon on Jan. 2 will open a doorway in this area for you, giving you a chance to discuss where you stand or even attract someone with long-term potential if single.
However, don’t rush into anything as Venus is retrograde and Mercury will soon back peddle starting the 14th. In fact, you may be especially nostalgic about an ex or old flame or be in the process of reconnecting with someone from your past at this time. Take your time as you navigate the situation. A full moon in your zodiac sign arrives on the 17th, putting you and your desires in the spotlight. You could find that a dearly held hope or dream is now within reach or that you are stepping into your power now. Use this time to truly assess what you want to build in the year to come.
LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 22)
January will bring you a whole slew of situations to address as you champion into the new year, Leo. Most of your attention will surround your daily routine and employment—as well as how you are improving your physical health. The New Moon on the 2nd may give you an opportunity to improve any of these areas for you. However, if you’re making important decisions or about to sign contracts, do so prior to the 14th because Mercury will go retrograde at that time. In fact, you may soon be addressing previous situations with exes or old partners because of it and realize that you’re not on the same page. A Full Moon on the 17th will also highlight your attention this month, as it falls in your sector of mental health, rest and TLC. Lie low and relax near this time. Recharge for a moment otherwise you could put yourself at risk of burning out.
VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22)
January calls you to focus on your heart’s desires, Virgo. With so much planetary energy empowering your sector of romance, creativity, fertility and passion, you may feel like it’s time to let loose and have some fun! The most important new moon of the year for single Virgos arrives on the 2nd, opening a doorway for you to find someone new. However, this month you appear to be quite focused on your past and may be crossing paths with exes or old flames, or considering reaching out to do so. Tread lightly.
A full moon in your social sector arrives on the 17th, likely putting you center stage and surrounded by many friends and acquaintances who adore you. Spend time building your network and reconnecting with people from your past. Last to mention, though, is that your planetary ruler, Mercury, will soon go retrograde on the 14th, causing all sorts of confusion for you in the month to come. This will likely cause delays and miscommunication at work, so don’t stress yourself out and realize that the universe isn’t punishing you. Sometimes it’s OK to move at a slower pace.
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22)
Family, domesticity and real estate are some of your prime focuses in January, Libra. With so much cosmic activity here, you could soon be moving, renovating or spending extra time with your kindred. The new moon on the 2nd will bring a burst of energy to this area for you. However, if you’re making important decisions, you may want to delay because Venus is already in retrograde in this sector and Mercury will so fall asleep beginning the 14th.
Understand that the universe wants you to go at a slower pace, which is OK. A milestone moment for your professional life will occur near Jan. 17, though, as a full moon spotlights your career, ambitions and employment. An award, promotion or new job could appear. If for some reason you find that you’re not getting the praise you desire, realize you may have to shift your goals or job to do so.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21)
Travel could be of primary concern at the onset of January, Scorpio. With so much planetary activity in these sectors, you could be traveling to and fro or even contemplating long-distance travel. If you’re unable to get a move on right away, you may instead be planning vacations for the year to come.
Another way this may motivate you is around academic, contractual or media projects. However, don’t make major announcements or decisions right off the bat, as Venus is retrograde in this sector and Mercury will bring confusion starting on the 14th for weeks to come. The full moon on the 17th will further give you a burst of energy to pursue these goals or look at how you can grow in the year to come, so enjoy the festive vibes and plan accordingly.
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21)
Wealth, income and prosperity will be your focal points in January, Sagittarius. With so much planetary energy pumping through here, you could not only be making big investments or spending money rapidly, but you may also be seeing more coming your way, too! The new moon on the 2nd arrives to bring you more and may attract a new job, lucrative client or a raise.
If you are making major decisions, though, it may be best to hold off until February if you can because Venus is retrograde in your financial sphere and Mercury will soon leap backward starting on the 14th. Be strategic. However, you’ll be feeling especially fired up and — with a full moon on the 17th in your assets zone — you may hear of a big payout, bonus, inheritance or scholarship ready to come your way. Cool your jets and don’t get trigger-happy.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19)
All eyes are on you in January, Capricorn. Of course, that is partly because it’s birthday season, but also because so much planetary power is backing you up! The new moon on the 2nd is the most important lunation of the year for you, as it falls in your zodiac sign and could open a doorway to some of your most heartfelt hopes and goals. Take action to build the life of your dreams.
However, you may be quite nostalgic at this time — especially around relationships — as Venus is retrograde in your sign. Reconnect with people from your past if you’d like, but don’t make major decisions because Mercury will also soon go to sleep starting on the 14th. A full moon in your partnership zone arrives on the 17th, bringing a major turning point, revelation or opportunity for union with another person. Many attached Capricorns could be making significant promises, while others may decide it’s time to go their separate ways. If single, look for someone with long-term potential who will stand at your side.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18)
You’ve had quite an intense couple of years, Aquarius, so the beginning of the year will encourage you to rest, recharge and reflect. Many of the planets are highlighting nostalgia and the past, so learn from it rather than repeating the same mistakes. Another way this could affect you is by bringing greater focus to your health — especially your mental health. Find the right specialists or therapists who can guide you back home.
Mercury retrograde begins in your zodiac sign on the 14th, so prepare for an even slower pace in the forthcoming weeks. Last to mention is a full moon in your productivity zone on the 17th, which could bring a major culmination or turning point around your health or employment. Find the right balance you clearly need.
PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20)
Celebrations will fill your calendar and your mind in January, Pisces! A very happy and romantic month awaits as you charge on into your year. Not only will this be one of the luckiest periods of your life, but you’ll find that you’re surrounded by so many people who adore you. A new moon on the 2nd will likely bring you a burst of social activity and help you to connect with your network. Many people from your past may actually be the ones that you see the most of, so catch up and laugh about all the lovely memories you have shared.
Your professional life will be quite hot this month, too, and while you could be very busy with work, you’ll realize you’re more in the mood to party! A milestone moment for your heart arrives on the 17th, with a full moon energizing your passion sector. Single Pisces could fall in love or do well in dating, while committed Pisceans may reignite the fire in their rapport. News around children or pregnancy could also pop up!
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